Need neck surgery before starting RN program

[joiful]

I got accepted to one of the hardest nursing schools in my area. I have a problem. I just found out I have a herniated disc with a bulge pushing on my spinal cord and need surgery. I am suppose to start school in a week. What am I to do? If I tell them I won't be able to attend school, if I don't tell them and start I am in constant pain and have a nerve in my right arm that is not functioning correctly and won't be able to lift or do some tasks. I was thinking I could suffer through until Spring break, but don't know if I could or can. Especially if clinicals is labor intensive. I am in my 50's and have really worked hard for my pre req's and don't know what to do. Since I am older I am afraid of putting it off plus I had to weight 5 months since applying. Thoughts?

[kodc]

Thank you for your advice, Ozzy. You're right, the post didn't start off this way. After being chastised at my original response because I didn't know what I was talking about I felt that I needed to qualify any of my future responses. I didn't want it to seem that I was speaking without having knowledge of the subject. I appreciate your feedback.

Cheers.

[Mel_p]

You definetly need to consult with your doctor about what you will and will not be able to do and how long after your surgery until you will be fully recovered. Sometimes or most of the times programs require you to be able to do certain physical and mental things and if your neck is a problem I personally think it is better for you to take care of your body first. Not only could you make the problem worse you can't expect to be able to take care of others if you are not in tip top shape.

[joiful]

I have not glanced at this thread since reading the comments about improper use of the English language and stating my side. I stated before, it was difficult to type on a small phone that uses auto correct and also at the time I did not care to rewrite and make sure I crossed my t's and dotted my i's. I am in immense pain with numbness in limbs; I wanted some help, not criticism.

[TheGooch]

I have not glanced at this thread since reading the comments about improper use of the English language and stating my side. I stated before, it was difficult to type on a small phone that uses auto correct and also at the time I did not care to rewrite and make sure I crossed my t's and dotted my i's. I am in immense pain with numbness in limbs; I wanted some help, not criticism.

Did you decide to have the surgery?

[joiful]

Yes, I had the surgery 4 weeks ago. I was able to continue one class, but unfortunately had to drop a class that contained the clinicals. Now, I'm 8 months behind by the time Fall starts because of the portion of the program I was unable to complete. Thank you for asking!

[joiful]

I had to discontinue my education. Swallowing has been difficult, if I overuse my right arm, to which point I haven't figured it out, causes awful pain and restless leg syndrome. Why, don't know. Next week I check in for my 6 week post-op and then hopefully onto physical therapy. Thanks f or all the wonderful postings, it will be dreadful if I have any grammar mistakes!